Therapeutic Technician

Balance Life & Work with a New Career Opportunity

(Long term care)

(Short term rehab)

(Skilled nursing)

Now Hiring - Therapeutic Assistant - Lowell, MA

Salary Range

$17.00-20.00/Hr Based on Years Experience

CareOne at Lowell

The Therapeutic Assistant will be responsible for

• 1.
• Provide resident supervision, including special staffing, lobby, smoking, patio, and dining room.
• 2.
• Monitor attendance at assigned activities and maximize participation through appropriate motivational techniques.
• 3.
• Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures, as instructed.
• 4.
• Supervise residents in performance of activities of adult daily living, such as daily dental mouth care, bathing, hair care, and nail care.
• 5.
• Visually and audibly observe and report on resident’s physical and psychiatric conditions, reporting significant changes to the Nurse Manager and Therapeutic Supervisor.
• 6.
• Assist resident with the shaping of new behaviors by providing timely feedback.
• 7.
• Encourage interaction and socialization with staff and peers, while acting as a role model.
• 8.
• Participate in the development of a plan of care for each resident.
• 9.
• Implement individualized behavioral goals outlined in Care Plan.
• 10.
• Assist in the development of individualized behavioral protocols.
• 11.
• Demonstrate knowledge of crisis management techniques through training and certification in CPI (Crisis Prevention and Intervention).
• 12.
• Respond to behavioral codes, providing early intervention and de-escalation of situation.
• 13.
• Participate in in-service education, as provided by facility.
• 14.
• Accompany residents to community appointments, assuring safety at all times.
• 15.
• Transport residents in facility vehicles, as directed.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mental Health or related field, preferred